Job Details

Overview

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Optum AI is UnitedHealth Group's enterprise AI team. We are AI/ML scientists and engineers with deep expertise in AI/ML engineering for health care. We develop AI/ML solutions for the highest impact opportunities across UnitedHealth Group businesses including UnitedHealthcare, Optum Financial, Optum Health, Optum Insight, and Optum Rx. Our charter also includes developing and supporting an enterprise AI/ML development platform.

The Optum AI team members are focused on impact, innovation, and collaboration across product and engineering teams to deliver measurable business impact.

Primary Responsibilities

• Applied Research to Production: Lead applied research teams in transitioning AI models from concept to production, ensuring scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Oversee integration of research outputs into client production environments with solid governance and performance standards.
• Collaboration: Partner with product and engineering leaders to translate business needs into technical solutions and foster cross-functional alignment.
• Innovation Leadership: Drive adoption of advanced AI technologies and methodologies at clients to deliver innovative solutions aligned with organizational priorities.
• Responsible AI: Implement governance and standards for ethical AI practices, ensuring compliance and transparency in model development and deployment.
• Ecosystem Development: Establish frameworks and best practices for model lifecycle management, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Talent Strategy: Mentor, develop and train senior technical leaders and build a solid pipeline of AI talent through coaching and development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD or Masters) in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in AI/ML with proven success in leading large-scale projects.
• Expertise in modern AI frameworks, machine learning algorithms, and model deployment.
• Experience managing senior technical teams with solid leadership and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and scalable infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to drive measurable business impact through AI solutions.
• Proven commitment to Responsible AI principles.

All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, youll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $156,400 to $268,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.